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La Isla Neighborhood (Recoleta) - Pasaje Copernico at Gelly Obes       
  • Impeccable Art Deco Building
  • Impressive Marble Lobby
  • Private Lobby - Apartment Occupies the Entire 3rd Floor
  • Living Room, Dining Room, Full Kitchen, Master Bedroom, Study, Full Bathroom, Toilet Room, Balcony.
  • Period Furnishings and Crystal Rock Chandeliers
  • Oak Herringbone Floors, Air Conditioning, Central Heat
  • 3 Flat Screen Cable TVs; Study(HD) / Kitchen / Bedroom, all Remote Control
  • Full Size Refrigerator
  • Microwave Oven, Gas Range/Oven
  • Toaster Oven, Blender
  • Marble Countertops
  • WiFi Internet Connection
  • 2 Telephones plus Vonage Phone
  • Intercom to Main Entrance
  • Maid service
Please note that this is a non-smoking apartment.
Smoking is permitted on the balcony only. Thanks

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Monthly Rates as low as $60 per night!
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Rental Terms and Apartment Amenities

APARTMENT SPECIFICATIONS
RENTAL RATES (Rates in USD)
(Rates in USD) per
night
per
week
per
month
  7-13 nights $125 ----- -----
14-29 nights $100 $700 -----
30 + nights $60 $420 $1800
Check In Fee $35.00 USD
Mininum Stay 7 nights
Reservation Dep. $1000.00 USD
Security Deposit $1,000.00 USD
Preferred Payment Cash / USD
Pay by Credit Card Yes (10% surcharge)
Pay by Traveler Ck Yes (you cash nearby)
Pay by Personal Ck Sorry, no
   
Pets No Pets, thanks
Smoking No (please use balcony)
   
BUILDING
Neighborhood Recoleta - La Isla
Street Pasaje Copernico
Intersection Copernico & Ave. Gral. Gelly Obes
Approximate Age 85 years
Archectural Style Art Deco
Elevator Yes
Other Amenities Balcony
Laundry Nearby
APARTMENT
Floor Entire 3rd floor
Apartment Size 1000 SF
Max Capacity 2 persons
Orientation Facing Front & Rear
Floor Finishes Tile and Wood
Ceiling Height 10 ft
Decor Art Deco
Major Rooms LR / DR / KIT / BR / STUDY
Bedroom One
Bed Size 1 Queen
Bathrooms One Full, One Toilet Room
Balcony Yes, Off Living Room
Balcony Marble Table, Chair and Plantings 
Other Features Professional Decor, Exceptional Furnishings and Lighting
Other Features Ample Closet Space
Other Features On Street Parking
MAID SERVICE / CLEANING SCHEDULE
Included Weekly (every 7 days)
Additional Cleaning $30 USD/per (Only if requested)
   
TELEPHONE SERVICES
Land Line Yes
To/From the USA Vonage Included
Local Calls Included
Cellphone Calls Included
Argentina LD Included
International Calls Included
   
OPTIONAL SERVICES
Cellphone Rental N/A 
Laptop Rental Available - $12 USD/day 
Parking Available on the Street -N/C 
   
  
SECURITY
Doorman Yes - Lives on Premises
Safe No
Intercom to Entry Yes
Security Cameras No
Police Station 2 blocks
   
UTILITIES
Cable TV Yes
Telephone Service Local, Cellphone and International
Internet Service Yes
Wi-Fi Yes
   
ELECTRONICS
Television(s) 3 - flat screen w/ remote control
DVD Player Yes, remote control
Stereo Speakers Bose speakers for Smart Phone, MP3, or Laptop
Telephone(s) 2 phones plus Vonage
Voltage Converter Included
Plug Adaptors Included
HP Wireless Printer included
APPLIANCES
Refidgerator Of course
Air Conditioning Yes
Microwave Yes
Coffee Maker Several - including Nespresso
Dishwasher No
Clothes Washer No (Laundry Nearby)
Clothes Dryer No (Laundry Nearby)
Hair Dryer Yes
Iron / Ironing Bd Yes / Yes
Cooking Utensils Yes
Pots & Pans Yes
   
LOCAL SERVICES
Grocery Store 2 Blocks
Laundry Service 1 Block
Dry Cleaners 2 Blocks
Newsstand 2 Blocks
ATM 1 Block
Money Exchange 2 Blocks
Internet Cafe 2 Blocks
Restaurant(s) 2 Blocks
Coffee Shop 2 Blocks
Gym Nearby
Parking On the Street or Garage Nearby
Taxi Service On the Curb - 24/7
Local Buses One Block - 24/7
Subway 8 Blocks - Aguero Sta on D Line
TRAVEL TIMES
Ezeiza Int. Airport 45-60 min / $45 USD
J Newbery Airport 15-20 min / $15 USD
Village of Recoleta 3 min / 4 blocks
Microcenter 10 min / $5 USD
Florida Ave Mall 10 min / $5 USD
   
LOCAL CONTACTS
Michael O'Gorman Cell in BA: 15-5857-1897
Andrea Paggi Cell in BA: 15-5857-1943
From USA: 786-206-1420
   
Email: apartmentsinba@gmail.com




Contact Information

Reservations and Guest Relations Business Manager
Andrea Paggi  (English y Espaņol)
From the USA:  1-786-206-1420
In Buenos Aires:  15-5857-1943
apartmentsinba@gmail.com
Michael O'Gorman  (English)
From the USA:  1-786-206-1420
In Buenos Aires:  15-5857-1897
apartmentsinba@gmail.com


Reservation Procedure

Reserving this apartment is very easy.

1.  Check the calendar to ascertain if your proposed dates are available.

2.  Use the Reservation Form below to send us whatever info you desire, and we'll respond accordingly.

3.  When you're ready to confirm your reservation, send us your credit card info as your Reservation
       Guarantee, and we'll confirm your reservation and block off those dates in our calendar.


Reservation Form

1. Today's Message   (Please indicate a subject here)
Subject: Inquiry Only
       Please complete sections 2 & 3 and I will contact
       you within 24 hours.

Making a reservation
       Please complete all sections and I will contact you
       within 24 hours to confirm your reservation.

Adding or updating your arrival information
       Just enter your name and email address in Section 2
       and your arrival information in Section 6.


2. Your Contact Information
Name:
Email Address:
Home Address:
City, State, Zip:
Telephone: Alt:

3. Your Rental Plans
Check-In Date:  (mm/dd/yy)
Check-Out Date:  (mm/dd/yy)
Total Nights:

 Please count the nights, not the days.

Number of Guests:
2nd Guest's Name:  (included in standard rate)

4. The Rental Rate and other Fees
Rate Schedule:
  (All Rates in USD) per
night
per
week
per
month
  7-13 nights $125 ----- -----
14-29 nights $100 $700 -----
30 + nights $60 $420 $1800
{Rate in US Dollars per night, paid in CASH on arrival)
(Includes all taxes, utilities, internet, phone calls, maid service)

Applicable Rate:   Please edit this as applicable for your length of stay.

Other Fees: Check In Fee - $35.00 USD (Required for all rentals)
Early Check In - $60.00  
Late Checkout - $60.00  
Additional Guests - N/A  
Cellphone Rental - N/A USD per day
Laptop Computer Rental - $12.00 USD per day

5. Your Reservation Deposit   (by Credit Card or Cash)
PLEASE NOTE: If you are not ready to guarantee your reservation at this time, you may leave this section blank and then use this form to guarantee your reservation at a later date.

ABOUT THE RESERVATION GUARANTEE: We are pleased to exchange emails verifying your dates and the rental charges, and answer all of your questions to your complete satisfaction, however...

For obvious reasons, we cannot confirm your reservation, block off the dates in our public calendar and thus remove the dates from consideration by other potential guests UNTIL you provide us with a reservation guarantee in the form of an authorization to charge your credit card as provided herein should you change or cancel my reservation with less than 30 days notice (60 days for reservations more than 14 nights).

Of course, we could operate like many other apartment owners and ask you to send us a rental deposit by Western Union, which is always an option, but using a credit card is easier for everybody.

PLEASE NOTE: Your credit card WILL NOT be charged now and hopefully WILL NEVER be charged. Your credit card information is used ONLY to guarantee your reservation. Your credit card will be charged only if necessary and as a last option as provided in the Cancellation Policy herein.

PLEASE NOTE: Your Credit Card IS NOT being charged at this time.

Credit Card Type:      
Name in Card:  (Exactly as it's printed on the card)
Billing Address:  (The address on your credit card statement)
City, State, Zip:
Credit Card Number:
Expiration Date:
 /   (Month/Year)
I ACCEPT: I have read and understand the cancellation policy and hereby authorize any charges that may be made on my credit card as provided therein should I change or cancel my reservation with less than 60 days notice.

CANCELLATION POLICY

CANCELLATION NOTICE REQUIRED: You may change or cancel your reservation more than 60 days prior to your check in date without charge. Your cancellation must be made in writing, signed, and FAXED to us at 1-413-845-2069 prior to midnight of the applicable date.

CANCELLATIONS HAPPEN, WE'LL DO OUR BEST TO HELP: Should you need to change or cancel my reservation with less than 30 days notice (60 days for reservations more than 14 nights) prior to your scheduled check in date, or fail to arrive and occupy the apartment as scheduled, then we will attempt to mitigate the situation as follows:

  • If we CAN find a substitute guest for some or all of the dates you have reserved, we will discount their rent from your balance and charge your credit card for the difference, not to exceed your rental charge as provided in the Cancellation Policy herein.

  • If we CAN NOT find a substitute guest or guests, then we will charge your credit card for the amount of your total rental charge.

6. Your Damage Security Deposit   (by Credit Card or Cash)
How would you like to provide your Damage Security Deposit on the day you check in?
By $1,000 USD in CASH
       Please note that your currency will of course be returned to you at check out.
By Credit Card - Please note Credit card requirements below:
       Your Credit Card MUST be a valid VISA or MasterCard in your name.
       Your Credit Card MUST be valid for at least one additional month.
       Your Credit Card MUST have at least $1,000 USD in available credit.
       Your Credit Card MUST be in your possession at check in.

7. Cellphone Rental NOT AVAILABLE
If you wish, as an option, I have an available cellphone that you may rent for an additional N/A per day. Its a basic, standard cellphone with voice mail, text messaging, etc. This price does not include airtime, although the phone usually has a few pesos of time on it which you are welcome to use.

You can purchase additional time via 10 and 20 peso cards at any kiosk around Buenos Aires. Incoming calls from land lines are free, so you can always receive calls.

Please note that you may change your mind about renting the cellphone at any time up to and including the day of your arrival. The only reason for making a reservation now is so that I will have the cellphone with me on the day you check in.


Cellphone Rental: N/A
     Please note that you can change your mind about renting
     the cellphone up to and including the day of your arrival.


8. Your Arrival Information
PLEASE NOTE: If you do not have your travel or arrival information at this time, you may leave this section blank and then use this form to add or update your arrival info at a later date.

Travel Plans: Arriving at Ezeiza International Airport (EZE)
Arriving at Jorge Newbery Domestic Airport (AEP)
Arriving by Cruise Ship / Buquebus / Ferry
Arriving by Car / Bus
Will already be in Buenos Aires
Undetermined at this time / Will advise later

Arrival Date:
Landing Time:
Airline & Flight #:  (So we can track your inflight status)

9. Questions or Comments
Comments:


PLEASE NOTE: I generally respond to reservation requests within a few hours. Thanks!

     


Additional Info

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
OTHER LINKS
Apartment FAQ A list of frequently asked questions about renting the apartment.
Apartment Photos A complete gallery of the apartment's building, the entrance and the apartment itself.
Location Map An internet map showing the apartment's location and adjacent neighborhood. 
Arrival Directions Instructions for getting from the airport to the apartment.
   
THE PAPERWORK (For your review)
Reservation Deposit
by Credit Card
The credit card charge authorization that serves as your reservation deposit to secure your reservation PRIOR to your arrival.
Rental Agreement The one page rental agreement.
Damage Security
Deposit by Credit Card
The credit card charge authorization that serves as your damage security deposit AFTER your arrival and during your stay in the apartment.
Damage Security
Deposit by Cash
The document that serves as your receipt for your Damage Security Deposit paid in Cash, and later as our receipt for returning your Cash.
Cash Receipt The cash receipt we give you for your rental charges paid in CASH.
Credit Card Charge Authorization The credit card charge authorization for charging your rent to your credit card. (10% surcharge)
   



Frequently Asked Questions

APARTMENT FAQ
1. Why do you require a Reservation Deposit and a Damage Security deposit?

    Your Reservation Deposit serves to cover us for any loss of rental income should you change or cancel your reservation with less than 60 days notice, and thus it is provided to us at the time you make your reservation.

    Your Damage Security Deposit serves to cover any damage to the apartment that may occur DURING your stay, and thus it is provided to us when you check in.

2. Are you going to charge my credit card?

    I have no intention of charging your credit card. Your credit card information is used to secure your reservation and to act as a security deposit. Your credit card will be charge only if necessary and as a last resort in the event that you should be unable to occupy the apartment or if there is any damage to the apartment and/or it's contents during your stay.

    As a practical matter, in the five years that I've been renting my apartments I've NEVER had to charge anyone's credit card for damage to the apartment.

3. What happens if I make a reservation now and then I have to change or cancel my reservation?

    Once you have confirmed your reservation via your credit card, you have committed to renting the apartment, and thus it is subsequently withdrawn from the market and other potential guests are turned away. However, should you need to cancel your reservation or are otherwise unable to occupy the apartment, we will attempt to mitigate the situation as provided in our CANCELLATION POLICY.

CANCELLATION POLICY

CANCELLATION NOTICE REQUIRED: You may change or cancel your reservation more than 60 days prior to your check in date without charge (60 days for reservations of more than 14 nights). Your cancellation must be made in writing, signed, and FAXED to us at 1-413-845-2069 prior to midnight of the applicable date.

CANCELLATIONS HAPPEN, WE'LL DO OUT BEST TO HELP: Should you need to change or cancel your reservation in time, or fail to arrive and occupy the apartment as scheduled, then we will attempt to mitigate the situation as follows:

  • If we CAN find a substitute guest for some or all of the dates you have reserved, then we will discount their rent from your balance and charge your credit card for the difference, not to exceed your rental charges, limited by the 60 day cancellation rule, as provided in the Cancellation Policy herein.

  • If we CAN NOT find a substitute guest or guests, then we will charge your credit card for the amount of your total rental charge, limited by the 60 day cancellation rule.

4. What if my departing flight is in the evening and I need a late checkout?

    You may be able to leave your luggage with the building's portero at noon, enjoy the city for the afternoon, and then retrieve your luggage in the evening when you depart for the airport.

5. What is the telephone number of the apartment?

    Local Telephone:   to follow

6. Where is the apartment located?

    Please see the Apartment Data Sheet.

7. How far is the apartment from the airport?

    This apartment is approximately 30-45 minutes from the international airport in the suburbs of Buenos Aires, and approximately 15 minutes from the domestic airport in downtown Buenos Aires.

8. How do I get from the airport to the apartment?

    Please review and print the Apartment Arrival Instructions.

9. Do you offer an airport pick-up/delivery service?

    Sorry, no, but then there's no need for anyone to schedule an airport pick-up because there are a number of taxi services at the airport that are open 24 hours a day with hundreds of cars and drivers just waiting to take you to your destination.

    Please review and print the Apartment Arrival Instructions for more information and specific taxi recommendations.

10. How much street noise is heard from within the apartment?

    This is a hard question to answer because it's so subjective, so I'll do the best I can.

    The apartment is in the middle of the city. All apartments in the middle of any city will experience some street noise. There is "normal" street traffic on the front street, but the street noise is not noteworthy in any sense. Nevertheless, the apartment's balcony has no through traffic meaning that traffic might consist of a garbage truck once a day and those residents which are parking on the street below.

    In 2 years of renting the apartment, no one has ever commented negatively about the street noise.

11. What is the building's principal use?

    The Building is a Residential Use building.

    RESIDENTIAL USE means that the building is 100% residential apartments.

    MIXED USE means that some apartments in the building are used as professional offices. This is common in older Buenos Aires buildings as there are no zoning laws prohibiting the practice. Nevertheless, these are generally low traffic offices with no detrimental impact to the building's peace and quiet.

12. Does the apartment have a....

    ...refrigerator, air conditioning, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher, clothes washer, clothes dryer, hair dryer, iron, ironing bd, cooking utensils, pots & pans, electrical converters, plug adaptors, etc...

    Please see the Apartment Data Sheet.

13. Where is the nearest...

    ...grocery store, laundry service, dry cleaners, newsstand, ATM, money exchange, restaurant(s), coffee shop, gym, parking, hospital, taxi service, subway, etc...

    Please see the Apartment Data Sheet.


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